Soaking the food for at least ten minutes will likely be enough to soften it without turning it into mush, depending on the temperature of the water and the size of the kibble.
How long should I soak dog food in water?
It usually takes 10-15 minutes to soak puppy food enough for it to loosen and soften. This makes it easier for young puppies to chew as they are only just developing their teeth. Make sure if you have used hot water that it is cool enough to give to your puppy – this might take longer than 10-15 minutes.
Is it OK to soak dog food in water?
Soaking the food softens it, and so eases the initial work-load of the digestive enzymes which may well be struggling during illness or a period of recovery.
Does wetting dry dog food make it easier to digest?
If your dog is prone to vomiting, diarrhea, or other digestive issues, soaking their kibble can help cut down on many of these tummy issues. Liquid softens the food, which makes it easier to swallow and easier to digest. If you do this, your dog's digestive enzymes don't have to do nearly as much to digest the food.
When can I stop soaking my dogs food?
Some pups will decide it for you! Amy decided at about 16 weeks that she wanted the same as her mum! I always feed soaked up to around 12 weeks to ensure the pup gets some liquid with the food. But as the adult teeth start coming through I stop soaking and just add the water immediatly before feeding.
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